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Your UX career isn’t stuck. It just needs Launchpad.

Not a course. Not an internship. Your first real UX experience.

Introducing UX Launchpad — a 5-week program where you’ll work with a real business, solve a real problem, and walk away with a real case study that gets you noticed.

Registration for the August cohort is now closed, but you can pre-register for the October Launchpad!

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Why UX Launchpad?

You’ve taken the courses. You’ve built the "portfolio projects." But still:

  • “No real business ever gave me feedback.”

  • “My case study is just made-up stuff.”

  • “I don’t have proof I can work on a team.”

  • “I'm sending out applications and hearing nothing.”

UX Launchpad changes that.

This is your first real UX experience — no fluff, no simulations. You’ll work in a team, solve a real problem for a real company, and finally create a case study that proves you’re job-ready.

We help you get into the UX industry faster

No real projects

Partner with real startups solving actual UX problems

Lack of confidence

Work in a structured team with mentor guidance

No job experience

Document a business-backed project, start to finish

Fake case studies

Regular check-ins with founders and/ir product teams

Limited business understanding

Sprint simulates real design process, collaboration, and delivery

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What makes UX Launchpad different?

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What You’ll Get

A real UX case study with a real business

Hands-on experience collaborating in a team

Business and mentor feedback on your work

UX workshops led by professionals

A polished portfolio piece that holds up in interviews

Confidence from solving a real problem under real constraints

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Timeline

Kickoff Date: August 1st, 2025

Join a live Zoom kickoff with all participants and businesses. You’ll receive:

  • Your project brief

  • Your assigned business and team

Duration: 5 Weeks

  • Week 1: Get to know your brief, team & client. Build your 4-week project plan.

  • Weeks 2–5: Execute the project with your team.

Weekly Workshops

1 per week, for weeks 1–4.

Final Submission Deadline: September 7, 2025

Client Presentations: September 8–10, 2025

Date and time will vary based on your assigned business.

Wrap-Up: September 12, 2025

Final Zoom session with feedback, mentor insights, and winner announcement!
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UX Workshops by the Pros

As part of UX Launchpad experience, participants will gain exclusive access to four hands-on sessions led by industry experts.
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Pricing Options

Single Payment

Pay once, no fuss. Best for: Those who prefer to pay upfront and be done.

$500(One time payment)

Includes

  • 5% off if you use our referral program
  • Full access to the UX Launchpad
  • Participation in real client projects
  • 4 expert-led workshops
  • Mentorship and feedback opportunities
  • A portfolio-ready case study

3-Month Instalment Plan

No interest, no extra fees. Best for: Anyone who wants more financial flexibility.

$166.67/month for 3 months

Includes

  • 5% off if you use our referral program
  • Full access to the UX Launchpad
  • Participation in real client projects
  • 4 expert-led workshops
  • Mentorship and feedback opportunities
  • A portfolio-ready case study
  • Spread payments across 3 months
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Refer a Friend and Save More

Invite a friend to join UX Launchpad and unlock extra savings! You get 5% off for each friend you refer.

To qualify for the 5% referral bonus:

  1. Both you and your friend must register.

  2. Both must pass our vetting process.

  3. Both must complete payment and sign the participation agreement.

Once all steps are complete, your 5% bonus will be refunded back to you. There’s no limit to how many people you can refer—more friends = more savings!

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Even More Reasons to Join

Mentorship

Receive expert guidance from seasoned designers throughout the project if needed.

Skill Application

Apply UX and UI methods in a real project, improving research, design, and problem-solving abilities.

Use of AI Tools

Learn how to leverage AI in their UX process for efficiency and innovation.

Feedback Opportunities

Receive constructive feedback from mentors, peers, and possibly the businesses.

Recognition

Get acknowledged for your contributions—shoutouts on social media and a certificate of completion.

Client Communication Practice

Improve your ability to work with clients and explain design decisions.

Connect with Peers

Collaborate with fellow designers across experience levels.

Build Industry Relationships

Work directly with business owners and stakeholders.

Join a Creative Community

Become part of a supportive and inspiring design network.

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Is UX Launchpad Right for You?

Whether you're breaking into UX, leveling up, or shifting direction — this challenge adapts to where you are.

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Early-Career or Career Switcher

Are you:

  • Done with the UX courses and now you need something real?
  • Tired of fake case studies?
  • In need of mentorship and a standout portfolio piece?
Practicing or Mid-level

Practicing or Mid-Level Designer

Are you:

  • Ready for real-world challenges and stakeholders?

  • Craving thoughtful feedback that pushes you?

  • Looking to grow research, storytelling, or leadership skills?

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Senior or Strategically Focused

Are you:

  • Looking to lead, guide, or set direction on a real project?

  • Seeking portfolio work that shows strategic thinking?

  • Ready to reflect the work you actually want to do?

Looking for a fresh start

Looking for a Fresh Kind of Project

Do you:

  • Think your current work doesn’t reflect your interests?

  • Want to explore new tools, AI, or inclusive design?

  • Need something collaborative and creatively energizing?

Then the UX Launchpad is for YOU!

Take a look back at previous participants

Audiowave

AudiowaveAI Project

Team 3's presentation to AudiowaveAI in 2024

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Realize Solutions Project

Team 8's presentation to Realize Solutions in 2024

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Audiowave Feedback

Impact on AudiowaveAI

Hear how Michael Yagudev, founder of Audiowave, was blown away by the real-world impact of participants’ work.

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Build Work That Actually Works for You!

Real work. Real confidence. Real progress.

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Got a question?

Write to us at design.challenge@iterateux.com.

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